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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne from R15 024

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Jun 20 — Jun 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne are usually found in March or May, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 024

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 377
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 6/11-19/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 80h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 June 2025.

Thu 6/1111:05JNB - MEL
1 stop40h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 19/110:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/6R15 024
Thu 6/1113:45JNB - MEL
1 stop33h 30mSingapore Airlines
Thu 20/1119:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/6R15 042
Sun 3/820:55JNB - MEL
1 stop24h 25mSouth African
Sun 17/817:45MEL - JNB
1 stop19h 30mSouth African
Deal found 11/6R17 803
Thu 24/718:45JNB - MEL
1 stop16h 05mQantas Airways
Thu 31/76:30MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/6R18 251
Sun 13/711:20JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 26/77:25MEL - JNB
1 stop32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6R19 345
Mon 16/620:25JNB - MEL
1 stop42h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 23/67:10MEL - JNB
2 stops34h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/6R19 793
Thu 18/918:45JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
Thu 9/106:00AVV - JNB
1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/6R19 793
Sun 19/103:10JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 00mRwandAir
Tue 18/1117:10MEL - JNB
2 stops30h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 12/6R21 174
Tue 24/613:25JNB - MEL
1 stop32h 05mEmirates
Mon 30/65:15MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 35mEmirates
Deal found 12/6R25 423
Sun 22/69:50JNB - AVV
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 29/66:00AVV - JNB
3 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6R27 467

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

11:05-12:30

1 stop40h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

0:45-7:40

1 stop39h 55m

R15 024

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

13:45-8:15

1 stop33h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

19:25-18:35

1 stop32h 10m

R15 042

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

20:55-5:20

1 stop24h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 17/8

17:45-5:15

1 stop19h 30m

R17 803

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/7

18:45-18:50

1 stop16h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

6:30-16:20

1 stop17h 50m

R18 251

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/7

11:20-23:35

2 stops28h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 26/7

7:25-7:40

1 stop32h 15m

R19 345

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 9/10

6:00-16:15

1 stop19h 15m

R19 793

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

20:25-10:05

2 stops29h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

18:30-16:10

2 stops30h 40m

R21 138

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

3:10-0:10

2 stops36h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 18/11

17:10-14:20

2 stops30h 10m

R21 174

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/6

13:25-5:30

1 stop32h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 30/6

5:15-20:50

1 stop23h 35m

R25 423

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

20:55-9:45

2 stops28h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 17/8

14:55-5:15

2 stops22h 20m

R34 567

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 12/6

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 15 June 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 308 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
854 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
South African
7,5
Good
34 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 266 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne round-trip?

    According to our current data, Cathay Pacific (R15 024), Singapore Airlines (R15 042), and South African (R17 803) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Cathay Pacific is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Sydney most often. Doha sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Dubai follows Doha in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq can be visited by travelling about 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R245.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Abu Dhabi. Hong Kong is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Singapore comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 June 2025.
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 064AverageR17 811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 074AverageR20 698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 566AverageR17 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 753AverageR17 539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 681AverageR18 853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR17 124AverageR24 231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 623AverageR19 264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR20 459AverageR24 737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR22 750AverageR25 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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